When you stop to think about it, a discussion on growing prize-winning gladiolus is quite similar to one on playing contract bridge. Neither game is nearly as confounding as the rabid fan, all unknowingly, makes it appear to the beginner. But, let the addict have his fun. By observing a few fundamentals, the rest of … Read more
Did you know the average American uses about 2 pounds of garlic annually, yet most have never experienced the vibrant flavor explosion of truly fresh, homegrown bulbs? I was shocked to discover that pre-rooting garlic can double your success rate and dramatically cut growing time. This game-changing technique transforms ordinary cloves into an endless garlic … Read more
While everyone else is still staring at barren winter landscapes, your garden could be bursting with color. The secret? Planting these early-blooming bulbs this fall. Did you know that some spring bulbs can flower even with snow still on the ground? I was shocked to discover that certain varieties will push through frost and bloom … Read more
Think your garden has reached its full potential? Think again! While you’ve been fussing over ground-level blooms, a secret vertical world of spectacular color has been waiting to transform your space. (Spoiler alert: these climbing flowers are about to become your new garden obsession!) Why Climbing Flowers Are The Ultimate Garden Hack I was shocked … Read more
I was shocked to discover that my cosmos, which I’d always grown in splendid isolation, absolutely transformed when paired with the right garden buddies. After my first experiment with marigolds (a game-changer suggested by my mom), I’ve become slightly obsessed with finding the perfect cosmos companions. Ready to elevate your garden from basic to breathtaking? … Read more
Feeling guilty about your untamed September garden? Put down those pruners! That “messy” garden of yours might actually be the wildlife sanctuary your local ecosystem desperately needs. (Did you know a single finch can eat up to 2,000 seeds from your garden during the winter months?) It turns out, the difference between amateur and pro … Read more
Let me let you in on a little gardening secret: some plants actually prefer when you don’t hover over them 24/7. I was shocked to discover that many stunning border plants perform their best with minimal fussing! But don’t be fooled, “thriving on neglect” doesn’t mean abandoning them completely. Think of these plants as the self-sufficient … Read more
Think all gardening happens in spring? Think again! The secret most plant experts won’t tell you is that fall might actually be the BEST time to sow certain flowers. While everyone else is putting their gardens to bed, you could be planting the seeds (literally) for the most spectacular spring display your yard has ever … Read more
Forget what you’ve heard about spring being the only time to sow seeds! The game-changer for your garden isn’t what you think. It’s actually winter’s chill that transforms ordinary seeds into spectacular spring showstoppers. While your neighbors are hibernating indoors, you could be secretly setting up the most vibrant garden on the block with just … Read more
Think Jasmine’s glory days end with summer? Think again! October is actually the secret power month that determines whether your jasmine will burst with intoxicating blooms or disappoint with sparse flowers. I was shocked to discover that what you do in these crucial autumn weeks can make or break your entire jasmine season! Your jasmine … Read more